Protocol Analyst / Software Developer

Overview In this contract role, you will analyze higher-level IP protocols and build Python software to extract and deliver fields in predefined formats for downstream analysis. You will work within a security-focused environment on-site near Southampton, partnering across teams to implement protocol-driven data extraction. The role combines protocol analysis with practical software development, enabling reliable data delivery for investigations and reporting. A strong impact comes from shaping how protocol data is captured and used in analysis, within a government-grade setting. ResponsibilitiesAnalyze protocols to identify parameters of interestDevelop Python software for extraction and delivery of fields in predefined output formatsEnsure outputs support onward analysisCollaborate in a government-secured, on-site team environment Key requirementsFamiliarity with IP protocols at higher OSI levelsExperienced Python programmerExperience with RabbitMQExperience with DockerPythonIP protocols (OSI levels)RabbitMQDocker